Intent Is The Silver Bullet | Listener Q&A
In this episode of the Drive Line Academy podcast, host Deven Morgan discusses various aspects of youth baseball, including new training initiatives, the importance of mental and emotional support for young athletes, and answers listener questions about coaching techniques and injury prevention. The conversation emphasizes the need for intent in training, the role of stress in athletic development, and how to better structure youth tournaments to protect young pitchers. In this conversation, the speaker discusses the challenges faced in youth baseball, particularly regarding umpire shortages and the need for age-appropriate skill development. They emphasize the importance of proper pitch count management to prevent overuse injuries in young players. Additionally, the speaker shares positive experiences from parents who have engaged in coaching, highlighting the impact of informed guidance on children's development in the sport.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping
03:04 Youth Development Camps and Training Initiatives
05:51 Mental and Emotional Aspects of Youth Sports
08:59 Q&A: Coaching Young Players
17:47 Intent in Athletic Training
30:07 Addressing Arm Health and Injury Prevention
33:45 Navigating Umpire Challenges in Youth Baseball
39:12 The Importance of Age-Appropriate Skill Development
46:37 Pitch Count Concerns and Youth Overuse
55:00 Positive Coaching Experiences and Parental Involvement
Links
Driveline Youth Development Camps
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